When I was buying 1/2 price homes not ONE person I talked to said it was smart.

My STR had 15 Mbps, and I could stream Netflix on four TVs and a mobile device without any lag.

Here’s some advice to consider for your first home and cash flow strategy:Using your property as a short-term rental during the baseball season is a smart idea.

Thank you in advance,Steven1) Yes LLC would be smart.

Some landlords use lockboxes or smart locks to grant temporary access, but that has risks if you don’t have someone to oversee things.2.Move-out Inspections/Cleaning: Again, you’ll need boots on the ground for this.

I think your demographic might be more hotel people rather than families.I would also still go with smart locks on every door.

Our AirBnb guests not only skew younger (which is fine) but they also seem more tech-savvy (comfortable with our smart locks, remotes, etc.).

If your properties are generating solid cash flow or have appreciated significantly, you might be following a “smart leverage” strategy, à la Grant Cardone.

Starting with one property is a smart way to learn the ropes, and as you grow, networking with local agents and other investors can be invaluable.

I’m considering tapping into this equity to fund future fix-and-flip projects or even purchase another rental property.My questions are:Do you think leveraging the equity in my properties is a smart move for real estate investments?